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embracing
DEFINITIONS OF:
embracing
1
n
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
Synonyms:
embrace
,
embracement
Types:
cuddle
,
nestle
,
snuggle
a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
clinch
,
hug
,
squeeze
a tight or amorous embrace
Type of:
clasp
,
clench
,
clutch
,
clutches
,
grasp
,
grip
,
hold
the act of grasping
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